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Phillies’ Zack Wheeler reveals what makes recent struggles so frustrating

The Philadelphia Phillies have played fantastic baseball as of late. Unfortunately, one player who has struggled mightily in this recent stretch is star pitcher Zack Wheeler.

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Why WIP host isn’t ready to believe in Phillies’ resurgence just yet

The Philadelphia Phillies entered play on Monday against the Seattle Mariners having won nine consecutive games to keep cementing their place in an NL Wild Card spot.

Zack Wheeler News / The Good Phight / August 25

West coast wobble: Mariners 9, Phillies 2

Zack Wheeler’s struggles continued as the Philadelphia Phillies’ (73-59) MLB-best nine-game winning streak came to screeching halt with a 9-2 humbling at the hands of the Seattle Mariners (63-69).

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Andrew Painter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Watch Phillies pitcher Andrew Painter swap out baseballs for fish at Pike Place

Philadelphia Phillies rookie pitcher Andrew Painter traded baseballs for fish Monday during a visit to Pike Place Market. The rookie joined the fish toss before the Phillies began a three-game series vs.

Bryson Stott News / The Lead / August 24

Bryson Stott Is Ascending to Elite Territory

The Phillies have enjoyed a very successful August, going 15-5. Alec Bohm (.947 OPS in August), Bryce Harper (1.004 OPS), and Justin Crawford (.865 OPS) have played a big part in the team’s hot month. Equally useful has been Bryson Stott (.880 OPS).

Bryce Harper News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Phillies’ Bryce Harper Drops 5-Word Message After 9 Straight Wins

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper posted a short message on Instagram as his club prepared to open a series against the Seattle Mariners.

MLB News / Legends On Deck / August 24

Nine Straight Wins Have the Phillies Knocking on Atlanta’s Door

The Philadelphia Phillies looked like anything but a division contender during the opening month of the season. At the end of April, Philadelphia sat at 12-19, nine and a half games behind the Atlanta Braves and near the bottom of the National League East.

Luke Ritter News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Philadelphia Phillies Cut Ties With 29-Year-Old Infielder

The Philadelphia Phillies released 29-year-old infielder Luke Ritter from Double-A Reading on Monday, ending a brief stay that began in mid-June. The move was logged by MiLB.com as Reading releasing second baseman Luke Ritter, coming as the big-league club opened a series in Seattle.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 24

Three up, three down: week of Aug. 17-23

Which players does one choose when the entire team doesn’t lose a game all week? It doesn’t just mean those who had good weeks. It also applies to those that had a rough stretch as well as there weren’t many.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 24

Red-hot Phillies take 'fighting' spirit out west to face Mariners

It sounds corny, but the Philadelphia Phillies seem to have found their mojo in an unlikely spot. The Phillies have won nine games in a row, sparked by a 7-1 victory against Minnesota in MLB's Field of Dreams game Aug.

Alan Rangel News / The Good Phight / August 24

Phillies on the Pharm: 8/24/2026

The minor league season is winding down, which means the number of games left to make an impression on the big league organization is dwindling. Buffalo 10, Lehigh Valley 2 Alan Rangel, yeesh.

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Derek Hill News / Phillies Nation / August 24

The numbers behind the Phillies’ bizarre three-year drought without a walk-off home run

Kyle Schwarber’s big swing in the ninth inning on Sunday extended a pair of notable Phillies streaks and ended a longstanding drought. His 459-foot walk-off home run with two outs in the ninth inning stretched the Phillies’ longest winning streak of the year to nine.

Philadelphia Phillies News / The Good Phight / August 24

Phillies news: Andrew Painter, Jesus Luzardo, Brendan Donovan

Have to admit: I had turned off the Phillies yesterday for quite a while and watched the Little League World Series. I pivoted quickly back to the Phillies once I saw that they had gotten runners on base and had a chance, but even the bright eyed optimist in me didn’t think they had a shot.

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 24

Phillies star Kyle Schwarber’s monster walk-off home run makes history vs. Cardinals

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber played the hero in one of the franchise’s most dramatic wins of the season on Sunday, crushing a 459-foot walk-off home run to complete a 6-4 comeback against the St.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Phillies pull off stunning miracle win last seen in 1983

The Philadelphia Phillies are mounting a huge surge as they head into the final week of August, and they delivered their most memorable victory of the season Sunday as they rallied to defeat the St.

Kyle Schwarber News / Field Level Media / August 23

Kyle Schwarber blast caps wild Phillies comeback against Cardinals

Kyle Schwarber hit a two-run walk-off home run to highlight a six-run, ninth-inning rally as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to nine with a thrilling 6-4 victory over the visiting St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23

Phillies run winning streak to nine games thanks to six-run rally in ninth inning

The Philadelphia Phillies might be starting to play their best baseball of the season at the absolute right time.

Randy Arozarena joins exclusive history with another leadoff home run

Tristan Peters makes White Sox history with walk-off HR vs. Mets

Rangers' Cal Quantrill turning heads with bounce-back season

Dodgers’ plan for Edwin Diaz has been revealed

On deck: AL East in focus with Yankees-Red Sox, Rays-Padres

MLB commissioner makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027

Bryson Stott News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Phillies Make Bryson Stott Announcement After Leaving Cardinals Game

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryson Stott has stepped up for the club in the month of August. Stott learned a new position in third base to clear space on the infield for Luis Arraez, and while that transition is not easy in itself, he has somehow been even better at the plate since making the move.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Don Mattingly Comments on Andrew Painter’s Turnaround

Andrew Painter gave the Philadelphia Phillies another reason to feel encouraged about their rotation Saturday, and interim manager Don Mattingly believes the biggest change has been the rookie’s confidence on the mound.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Field Level Media / August 23

Cristopher Sanchez, Phillies strive to stay hot in finale vs. Cards

The Philadelphia Phillies will aim for their third consecutive series sweep on Sunday afternoon when ace left-hander Cristopher Sanchez faces the visiting St.

Philadelphia Phillies News / EssentiallySports / August 22

Golf World Amused As Phillies Show Off Golf Tradition From 300 Levels for Annual Football Draft Order

Golf and MLB don’t often mix, but when they do, it leaves the public amused. This Thursday, it was the Philadelphia Phillies’ off day, so they came up with an excellent idea: find a spot for their fantasy football draft at Citizens Bank Park and shoot golf balls into a trash can up in the field.

Bryce Harper News / Just Baseball / August 22

Bryce Harper’s Defense Is Distracting From His Great Offense

When the Philadelphia Phillies inked Bryce Harper to a massive 13-year, $330 million deal, they knew they were getting one of the best hitters in recent history, even if his defense was less of a sure thing.

Brian Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Phillies To Designate Brian Keller For Assignment

The Phillies are designating right-hander Brian Keller for assignment, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. That’ll open the necessary 40-man roster spot to finalize their agreement with lefty Nestor Cortes Jr.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19

Phillies adding depth to starting rotation with addition of Nester Cortes

The Philadelphia Phillies arguably have the best starting rotation in terms of their top three pitchers (Zack Wheeler, Christopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo). The back half of the rotation? Not so much.

Phillies' Zack Wheeler eager to end frustrating run vs. Marlins

Cristopher Sanchez earns league-leading 16th win as Phillies edge Marlins

Phillies signing ex-Yankees All-Star amid playoff race

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Don Mattingly News / Yardbarker / August 17